Abdominal crunches with hold

Category

Core

Difficulty

Intermediate

Equipment

Bodyweight

Primary muscles

Rectus Abdominis

Secondary muscles

External, Internal Obliques

How to do it

1. Lie on your back with knees slightly bent and feet placed on the floor.
2. Inhale and try reaching forward with straight arms while lifting your upper back off the floor. 3. Hold the end position for few seconds and slowly return to the starting position.

Form tips

• Keep your neck relaxed and avoid pulling on it with your hands to prevent strain.
• Focus on engaging your core muscles throughout the movement to maximize effectiveness.
• Hold the crunch position for a count of two to five seconds to increase muscle activation and endurance.